Current Openings.

Graphic Designer Design Intern Social Media Coordinator
 

Graphic Designer:

Posted 8/30/18

We are searching for a designer with a keen eye and attention to detail who will contribute to the team on a daily basis making our clients successful. A designer at The Think Shop will work with a dynamic creative team in a fun, flexible collaborative environment.

This role is responsible for executing thoughtful design for print, social and digital media as well as managing existinging brand standards for clients. This role is integral to the design team as the creator of the visual design per the creative brief and client requests as well as team managers controlling global marketing, regional marketing and trade marketing and with the direction from client and agency graphic designers, creative directors and other marketing team members.

This role will report to Creative Director

 

Designer responsibilities include:
  • Participate and lead strategy and brainstorming sessions while executing design
    concepts for a wide variety of clients in various forms of media (ie print, digital, web, etc.)
  • Strengthen relationships between clients and design team
  • Contribute in weekly ideation meetings with the creative team
  • Effectively present ideas and layouts to the creative team
  • Work directly with clients to manage and execute design projects
  • Complete other production and workflow duties as assigned
  • Responsible for effective routine communication with the Creative Director and entire team at The Think Shop
  • Maintain good digital file organization
  • Engage in project proofing and production

 

Design requirements:
  • Must have experience and fluency in latest design software (ie Adobe CC Illustrator, Photoshop,InDesign, Acrobat) on a Mac platform.
  • BA/ BFA/ BS in Graphic Design or similar discipline
  • Web design knowledge is a plus (ie WordPress sites, SEO, etc.)
  • Experience in Google products: Sheets, Slides, Docs, Gmail and Microsoft Office Suite (Word, PPT, Excel)
  • Must have excellent organizational skills.
  • Understanding of design principles and basic typography, photography and color
  • Experience in designing for current digital and social platforms
  • Candidate must also have good verbal and written communication skills as well as be organized and timely.
  • Must operate with integrity and follow all assigned tasks through to completion.
  • Candidate should have a strong work ethic, be proactive in solving problems and offering creative solutions
  • 2+ years of working agency or in-house experience
  • A portfolio of work to be assessed on creative excellence, storytelling, problem solving and technical skills.
  • Strong illustration skills are a plus

To be considered, candidate please e-mail your resume, along with portfolio samples to:
[email protected]

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Design Intern:

Posted 8/24/18

The Think Shop is a multi-media branding and design agency, located in Newport Kentucky, offering a full range of advertising services. We work with local, regional and national clients to strengthen and support their brand needs.

A design intern at The Think Shop will work with a dynamic creative team in a collaborative environment. We offer a paid internship and a flexible schedule. At the Think Shop we are looking for a designer interested in growing his or her skills while helping productivity at an active agency.

 

Design Intern responsibilities include:

  • Participate in strategy and brainstorming sessions while executing design concepts for a wide variety of clients in various forms of media (ie print, digital, web, etc.)
  • Strengthen relationships between clients and design team
  • Productively participate in weekly meetings with the creative team
  • Effectively present ideas and layouts to the creative team
  • Complete other production and workflow duties as assigned
  • Responsible for effective routine communication with the Creative Director and entire team at The Think Shop
  • Digital file organization

 

Design Intern requirements:

  • Must have a good understanding and working knowledge of latest design software (ie Adobe CC Illustrator, Photoshop,InDesign, Acrobat) on a Mac platform.
  • Web design knowledge is a plus (ie WordPress sites, SEO, etc.)
  • Understanding of current social media platforms
  • Must have excellent organizational skills.
  • Understanding of design principles and basic typography, photography and color
  • Understanding of current digital and social platforms
  • Candidate must also have good verbal and written communication skills as well as be organized and timely.
  • Must operate with integrity and follow all assigned tasks through to completion.
  • Candidate should have a strong work ethic, be proactive in solving problems and offering creative solutions
  • Must be available to work at least 15 hours per week. Hours and schedule are flexible.
  • Senior year or graduating in a BA or BFA degree program

 

To be considered, candidate please e-mail your resume, along with portfolio samples to:
[email protected]

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Social Media Coordinator:

Posted 8/28/18

We are looking for a talented Social Media Coordinator to create and maintain a strong online presence for our company and our clients. Your role is to help implement online marketing strategies through social media accounts.

If you are a tech-savvy professional with an interest in communicating with clients through online channels, we would like to meet you.

As a Social Media Coordinator, you will develop original content and suggest creative ways to attract more customers and promote our brands. Ultimately, you should be able to increase web traffic and customer engagement metrics aligned with broader marketing strategies.

 

Social Media Coordinator responsibilities include:

  • Research audience preferences and discover current trends
  • Help create engaging text, image and video content
  • Design posts to sustain readers’ curiosity and create buzz around new products
  • Measure web traffic and monitor SEO
  • Stay up-to-date with changes in all social platforms ensuring maximum effectiveness
  • Facilitate online conversations with customers and respond to queries
  • Report on online reviews and feedback from customers and fans
  • Develop an optimal posting schedule, considering web traffic and customer engagement metrics
  • Oversee social media accounts’ layout
  • Suggest new ways to attract prospective customers, like promotions and competitions

 

Social Media Coordinator requirements:

  • Proven work experience as a Social Media Coordinator
  • Expertise in multiple social media platforms
  • In-depth knowledge of SEO, keyword research and Google Analytics
  • Ability to deliver creative content (text, image and video)
  • Familiarity with online marketing strategies and marketing channels
  • Ability to gasp future trends in digital technologies and act proactively
  • Excellent communication skills
  • Multitasking and analytical skills
  • BS degree in Marketing, Informatics or relevant field

 

To be considered, candidate please e-mail your resume to:
David Dalton, Principal - [email protected]
Rob Sudduth, Creative Director - [email protected]